Elly E. Debuni

Biography

Elly E. Debuni is an award winning Ugandan filmmaker and poet from Lira City in Northern Uganda. His work spans independent film production, creative writing, poetry, marketing and distribution coordination, and creative community development. He is interested in stories that explore identity, resilience, relationships, and the lived realities of communities, particularly in Northern Uganda. He wrote, directed, and produced Hurdles of Hope (2024), a sports drama rooted in Northern Uganda that received international festival recognition. He also worked as one of seven producers on You May Kiss…